The February 25 edition of the AgNet News Hour continued a powerful two-part discussion on the growing crisis in California trucking, as hosts Nick Papagni and Josh McGill again welcomed…
From Backyard Prototype to Global Ag Tech: Carbon Robotics’ LaserWeeder Revolution
…world-class AI robotics with personalized support, Carbon Robotics ensures growers can maximize both productivity and profitability. Advocacy for California Farmers Beyond technology, Mikesell advocates for policies that support autonomous farming….
From Fresno Legend to Propane Pioneer: Lance Shebelut on Farming Smarter
At the World Ag Expo, Ag Meter caught up with Lance Shebelut — Fresno State baseball standout, Tenaya Park local legend, and now a leading grower in California’s Central Valley….
Bees Are Gold: Why Almond Growers Can’t Afford to Miss Pollination in 2026
…no almond crop. California’s almond industry relies almost entirely on managed honey bee pollination. Each year, virtually every commercial hive in the United States migrates to California for almond bloom….
Fighting for Family Farms: Stephanie Moreda-Arend on Point Reyes’ Future
…family farming in California. With decades of history on the land, she shares the challenges her community faces from powerful nonprofits, legal pressures, and political shifts—and why small, sustainable farms…
Freight Industry Warning: California Trucking Companies Say Costs and Regulations Are Reaching a Breaking Point
Freight Industry Warning: The February 24 edition of the AgNet News Hour tackled a topic that affects every farmer, processor, retailer, and consumer in California — freight. Hosts Nick Papagni…
National FFA Week Highlights the Future of Agriculture Leadership
National FFA Week: The February 23 edition of the AgNet News Hour put the spotlight on one of the most influential youth organizations in agriculture, the National FFA Organization. Hosts…
California Water, Energy, and Resource Policy: A Conversation with Edward Ring
Edward Ring California faces unprecedented challenges in water management, energy production, and natural resource use. In a wide-ranging conversation with Edward Ring, Director of Energy and Water Policy at the…
Jamie Johansson: A Farmer Running to Fix California
…California is Butte County farmer Jamie Johansson, a first-generation grower and former president of the California Farm Bureau, now running for District Three Assembly. Johansson farms olives and citrus and…
Carbon Robotics Brings Laser Weeding and Autonomous Tractors to Center Stage
The February 20 edition of the AgNet News Hour focused squarely on agricultural automation, return on investment, and whether California is ready to truly support innovation in the field. Hosts…
Almond Outlook, Propane Savings, and Ag Pride
…savings to cattle health and agricultural advocacy. With bloom season underway and storms rolling through California, the message was clear: growers are adapting in real time to protect both this…
Bee Season in Full Swing, Highlighting Pollination Urgency for Almond Growers
Bee Season in Full Swing: The February 18 edition of the AgNet News Hour focused on one of the most critical — and often overlooked — inputs in California agriculture:…
Using Bt Products During Bloom to Manage Caterpillar Pests
As California growers move into bloom season, pest management decisions must balance effective control with pollinator safety. In today’s Growing Edge segment, Daniel Zommick of Valent BioSciences discussed how Bt…
Understanding Soil Tests: pH, CEC, and Base Saturation in Permanent Crops
Understanding Soil Tests: Soil testing remains one of the most valuable tools available to California tree crop growers, but knowing how to interpret the results is key to making sound…























